Betsy Kimmel is back, and offering her weekly yoga classes at The Bald Head Association starting next Tuesday, January 6 at 9:00 am. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00am, and are $16 per person. If you purchase a 10 pack you'll receive your 11th class free. You can reach Betsy at baldheadislandyoga@gmail.com or 404-426-7515. You can view her schedule at www.baldheadislandyoga.com.

Betsy Kimmel is back, and offering her weekly yoga classes at The Bald Head Association starting next Tuesday, January 6 at 9:00 am. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9:00am, and are $16 per person. If you purchase a 10 pack you'll receive your 11th class free. You can reach Betsy at baldheadislandyoga@gmail.com or 404-426-7515. You can view her schedule at www.baldheadislandyoga.com.

Start the weekend off right! From 6-9 p.m. on Friday, April 3, let the kids enjoy Bunnies Night Out. Bring the kids to the Events Pavilion where they will participate in an evening of crafts, games, and dinner. $35/temporary members, $25/members. Make sure to register the kids early by calling 910-457-3701.

1-2 p.m. Reptile Round-up BHI Conservancy. Join Conservancy staff members in the Fleming Environmental Center to get up close and personal with our classroom reptiles. Participants will be able to touch live reptiles, turtle shells, snake sheds, and more. No charge. Donations appreciated. To register, call 910-338-0911.

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Easter Basket Drawing Island Retreat Spa & Salon. Hop on over to register for a basket filled with wonderful spa products, including a Clarisonic Pedi. This egg-stra special gift requires no purchase, and we’ll ship it to the winner. Drawing will be held April 12. 6 Maritime Way (next to Maritime Market). 910-454-0333.

Spring is a beautiful time on Bald Head Island. Celebrate Easter Weekend with us and enjoy egg hunts, delicious dining and other fun events. Our complete list of Easter week activities will be out soon.

Saturday, April 4 offers plenty of activities as well. This year, we’ve passed the bunny basket over to the Bald Head Island Chamber of Commerce to spearhead the Annual Bald Head Island Easter Egg Hunt. Don’t miss it – hop over to The Common at Cape Fear Station at 2 p.m. and have the kids participate by age in this island tradition. For the adventurous and competitive types – we’ve got a Scavenger Hunt happening at 3 p.m. Meet at the presentation deck. $5/temporary members; free/members.

Howl At The MoonStart: April 04, 2015 - 6:30 PM End: April 04, 2015 - 8:30 PM Sunset: 7:34pm Moonrise: 7:56pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

8-10 a.m. Kayaking the Creeks BHI Conservancy. Meet at Village Creek Access. Explore the creeks of Bald Head Island on a guided trip with Conservancy staff to learn about the beauty and importance of this habitat. Reservations required. $45/non-members; $40/members. To register, call 910-338-0911.

11 a.m.-2 p.m. Island Wide Open Houses Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales presents a variety of open houses to introduce you to the many real estate opportunities on the island. Pick up a flyer in the sales office located at 4 Marina Wynd near the ferry landing or online at www.BHIRealEstate.com. No charge. 910-457-7400.

3-5 p.m. Southern Living Inspired Community Cocktail Reception Bald Head Island Limited Real Estate Sales invites you to join them on the porch of the sales office to learn about the real estate release of the Southern Living Inspired Homes at Cape Fear Station. Southern Living inspired hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. No charge. 910-457-7400.

5-6 p.m. Passport to Paradise Launch Party- Trivia Night with Sir Kenny Dewitt Sail Shop & Will o’ the Wisp. Receive an official ‘Island Passport’ and get ‘Stamped’ for a season of fun and adventure. Sign up a family of four or more. Marina pizza, refreshment specials and prizes. 910-457-6844.

Have an appetite for great cuisine? Then join Cheryl Beverage Barnes, author of Feasting on Bald Head – The Essential Bald Head Island Cookbook – for the season’s premiere cooking class this April 4th – “On TAPAS the World.” Watch and learn as she dishes up her expertise and style with a variety of her favorite small plate dishes inspired by the Spanish tradition of enjoying a few nibbles with drinks. Class includes wine, a generous tasting of all the prepared recipes and a signed copy of her cookbook. $125 per person. Call (828) 391-4162 to register.

Howl At The MoonStart: May 03, 2015 - 6:30 PM End: May 03, 2015 - 8:30 PM Sunset: 7:39pm Moonrise: 7:56pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

The Smith Island Art League of Bald Head Island will hold its annual Memorial Day Weekend art show and sale on Saturday, May 23 and Sunday May 24, 2014 at the BHI Association Center, 111 Lighthouse Wynd (to the right of the Chapel). The show is open to the public with free admission from 10 am – 5 pm each day. For more information, contact Prudy Weaver (704) 907-4287 or pweaver2@carolina.rr.com . The Art League presently has 20 members with a variety of styles and mediums and will be showing oil and watercolor paintings, cards, prints, jewelry, fabric art, stained glass, gifts and more at the 2 day show. Learn about the League and its artists at http://www.smithislandartleague.com .

Howl At The Moon Start: June 02, 2015 - 7:00 PM End: June 02, 2015 - 9:00 PM An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

Howl At The MoonStart: July 02, 2015 - 7:00 PM End: July 02, 2015 - 9:00 PM Sunset: 8:26pm Moonrise: 8:53pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

Howl At The Moon Start: August 29, 2015 - 6:30 PM End: August 29, 2015 - 8:30 PM Sunset: 7:39pm Moonrise: 7:42pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all

Howl At The Moon Start: September 27, 2015 - 6:00 PM End: September 27, 2015 - 8:00 PM Sunset: 6:53pm Moonrise: 7:02pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

Howl At The Moon Start: October 27, 2015 - 5:30 PM End: October 27, 2015 - 7:30 PM Sunset: 6:24pm Moonrise: 6:53pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

Howl At The Moon Start: November 25, 2015 - 4:00 PM End: November 25, 2015 - 6:00 PM Sunset: 5:04pm Moonrise: 5:17pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.

Howl At The Moon Start: December 25, 2015 - 4:00 PM End: December 25, 2015 - 6:00 PM Sunset: 5:09pm Moonrise: 5:46pm An Island tradition for several years running, the Maritime Market hosts the largest beach party each month when the full moon rises out of the Atlantic Ocean. The "Howl" party (as it's called by the locals) happens on East Beach Access 39, and attendees BYOB and bring appetizers to share. The Market brings huge pots of soup and some appetizers to share as well. When the Moon rises, the entire throng of attendees breaks into a collective "howl!" A bonfire is usually blazing and the event draws hundreds. Free and open to all.